Category: Job, Internship, & Fellowship Postings

Project Manager/Staff Conservator       Orleans Parish Clerk of Civil District Court
The Clerk of Civil District Court for the Parish of Orleans seeks a full or part-time Project Manager/Conservator to oversee and manage a grant-funded conservation project for oversized volumes of original documents.

This is a full time or part time contract position.  Pay is commensurate with experience.
Applicants send resume with cover letter to:
Sally Reeves, Archivist, sreeves@orleanscdc.com

Conservation Technician Position
The Office of the Clerk of Civil District Court for the Parish of Orleans is seeking qualified individuals to perform general conservation treatment and perform condition surveys of archival collection materials.  This is a technical position following well established national conservation guidelines to evaluate the condition of archival materials and perform repair and preservation techniques to stabilize materials.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Candidate should have experience in book or paper conservation, experience using conservation tools, and knowledge of conservation equipment and handling techniques. Experience with digital photography is also desirable.
Candidate should be able to handle, humidify, flatten, and mend damaged and possibly moldy archival documents and bindings.  Minor to advanced book repair will be assigned and performed as needed.  Candidates should be able to create custom enclosures including phase boxes, “tuxedo boxes,” post bindings and additional unique housings as directed by supervisor.  Batching skills are necessary.
Conservation technicians must be highly organized, self-motivated, and able to work under pressure.  One must utilize excellent oral and written communication skills to interact with team members and to convey changes in scope of work that may affect multiple project deadlines.  Applicants must support the mission to preserve archival materials for public use and be able to perform quality control of in-house repairs and contracted library binding.  Technicians must have the ability to follow instructions and to establish and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers and the public.
Successful candidates have good time management skills, ability to multitask, ability to meet deadlines while organizing and prioritizing daily treatments in addition to compiling accurate statistics on work performed.  Technicians need to work independently and consult supervisors to resolve problems, set protocol and perform work as needed.  Candidates must have the ability to maintain and manage tools, equipment, and conservation supplies and to be flexible with changes in work location and tasks.
Training and Experience Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent needed, along with training in conservation or equivalent field.  Two years additional education preferred. Must be 18 years of age and degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions.
Physical requirement
The tasks demand the ability to work for long periods while standing, to lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds and to perform repetitive activities.  Applicants must have excellent manual dexterity, be able to push book carts between building floors and be able to work in an environment with dust.
Preferred Requirement:  Experience working in a library or archive, awareness of archival terminology and functions and previous experience performing collection condition surveys and designing repairs is preferred.
The position is full time and salary is commensurate with experience.   Applicants send resume with cover letter to: Sally Reeves, Archivist,   (sreeves@orleanscdc.com).

Temporary Conservator-Objects Specialist
The Asian Art Museum offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional objects conservator to conserve and restore Asian objects in this world-renowned collection. 
This full time, temporary position will provide assistance to the Acting Head of Conservation pending the recruitment and hiring of a new Head of Conservation for the department.  The duration of the position will be through January 18, 2015. 
Responsibilities
The Objects Conservator will perform professional conservation duties related to the examination, preservation, restoration, exhibition, and storage of three-dimensional works of art including sculpture, decorative arts, and arms and armor, as well as materials on loan.  The incumbent prepares a variety of reports to document conservation activities; performs research; keeps abreast of expertise in the conservation community; acts as resource person concerning area of specialty to the museum, collectors, and the public; develops innovative conservation methods as necessary; and performs other duties as required.
The nature of this highly skilled work requires advanced conservation ability and familiarity with radiography, UV, SWIR, and PLM imaging as well as image processing using specialized software.  Manual dexterity and intense concentration are required as well as excellent organizational and writing skills. The incumbent must have the ability to coordinate and consult with curators, preparators, and other museum professionals, prioritize work, and sequence projects in order to meet agreed-upon deadlines. Equally important is the ability to take direction, and work well as part of a team.
Minimum Qualifications

• Master of Arts or Master of Science degree in Art Conservation from a recognized college or university, OR:  Master of Arts degree in Art History with a Certificate in Conservation from a recognized conservation training program;  AND
• Three (3) years of verifiable conservation experience, beyond the degree or certificate, with the techniques, materials and equipment used in the conservation of Asian three-dimensional art and artifacts; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Knowledge of the technology and materials of three-dimensional art and artifacts, of their chemical and physical processes of deterioration, and of the procedures relating to their examination and preventative and corrective treatment
• Knowledge of the environmental requirements and of controls for handling, storage, and exhibition
• Ability to write technical reports in an understandable, clear and concise manner
• Ability to examine works of art and determine their current state of preservation for new acquisitions, loans, and exhibitions
• Ability to maintain ongoing effective working relationships with museum staff, professional colleagues and the public; demonstrate good judgment, flexibility, and resourcefulness
• Ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds

Compensation: $2,518 biweekly
Note:  Due to the temporary nature of this position, it does not include a benefits package.
Application Procedure 
Apply online at http://bit.ly/1srwC2R
Or send a letter of interest and resume ASAPto:
HUMAN RESOURCES
Asian Art Museum
200 Larkin Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
FAX: 415.861.2359
The Asian Art Museum is one of the largest museums in the Western world devoted exclusively to Asian art and culture. Home to more than 18,000 works of art from over 40 Asian countries, we strive to be a catalyst for discovery, dialogue, and inspiration. With Asia as our lens and art as our cornerstone, we spark connections across cultures and through time, igniting curiosity, conversation, and creativity.
The Asian Art Museum embraces diversity in its mission, programs, and staff.
 

Title: Mellon Foundation Research Scientist
Reports To:  Director of Conservation
Date Needed:  August 2014
Pay Type: Full-Time, Regular, Exempt, 35 hours/week
Salary:    Stipend
Benefits:   Group Medical and Dental Insurance, Life and Long Term
Disability Insurance, Pension Plan, Credit Union, Flexible
Compensation Plan, Paid Time Off, Reserved Time Off, and Holiday Pay
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
Work Location  Rosine Building, a non-smoking facility
Responsibilities:
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (MFAH), through the support of the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, is offering a five-year appointment for a Research Scientist. The appointment is shared with the Menil Collection, Houston and it is intended that the Scientist will lead research programs that illuminate the wide-ranging, world-class collections of both institutions. He/she will report to the Director of Conservation for the MFAH and will be based at the MFAH, with additional access to the facilities and staff of the participating institutions.
The MFAH is in the process of designing and building a new Center for Conservation on the museum campus, which will open during the term of this appointment. The Scientist will play a central role in planning state-of-the-art scientific and analytical resources in the new building and, as a result, will help to shape the whole future of conservation science in Houston.
The basic duties of the job are to provide analytical support to conservation and curatorial staff of the MFAH and The Menil Collection: but, in consultation with senior colleagues at both institutions, the Scientist will also be able establish new research priorities in both the investigation of traditional and new conservation materials and processes, and in the ever-expanding field of technical art history. The collections in Houston provide outstanding opportunities for new avenues of technical research. It is expected that the Scientist will publish results in appropriate journals, will speak at national and international conferences, and will play a leading role in disseminating information to the Houston community through lectures, publications and museum websites.
The Scientist will serve as Adjunct Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Rice University and will have access to analytical equipment at Rice as required until the MFAH Center for Conservation is fully equipped. The Scientist will also co-teach courses in the Chemistry and Art History departments at Rice.
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
The scientist will have up-to-date knowledge of the structure, properties, and behavior of the materials used in the creation and conservation of works of art. He/she will have
experience with various methods used in their analysis and identification, including, but not limited to: FTIR, GC-MS, RP-HPLC, XRD, XRF, and SEM w/EDS.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational and research skills will be required and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. An interest in and a demonstrable knowledge of the range of the collections in Houston would be an advantage.
Education and Experience:
The Scientist will have a Ph.D. in a physical science, and experience and ability in research and teaching at the graduate level, including a substantial record of publication. He/she will have experience in studying art and artifacts of an encyclopedic museum collection, and in analyzing their constituent materials. The Scientist will have worked alongside practicing conservators in a museum or university department, understand the range of conservation materials and techniques currently in use, and contribute to technical advances in the field.
How to Apply:
Send cv and letter of interest to Human Resources, Job 14-112CON, P.O. Box 6826, Houston TX 77265-6826; Fax 713-639-7508 or email: jobs@mfah.org
Please Note: Deadline for accepting application is June 21, 2014

The Getty Conservation Institute (GCI), located at the Getty Center in Los Angeles, California, works internationally to advance conservation practice in the visual arts—broadly interpreted to include objects, collections, architecture, and sites. The Institute serves the conservation community through scientific research, education and training, model field projects, and the dissemination of the results of both its own work and the work of others in the field.
The GCI Field Projects Department is seeking a Senior Project Specialist (Built/20th-century Heritage).
The Field Projects Department’s objectives are:

• Advance conservation practice through the development and implementation of model projects which incorporate strong research, planning and educational objectives.
• In all projects, develop strong collaborative relationships so as to build local expertise, ensure sustainability, evaluate work in progress and broadly disseminate information resulting from projects.
• Disseminate our findings through professional publications and conferences; and contribute to the advancement of the field of conservation through the organization of seminars, symposia and workshops.

Overview: Explores, develops and manages potential projects that address thematic areas in the context of conservation of twentieth-century heritage and specifically modern architecture. This includes designing, implementing and monitoring projects that apply and test new research and practical approaches. Demonstrates a broad knowledge of the issues and best practices associated with the conservation and management of historic buildings and sites, specifically twentieth-century heritage. Provides advice and guidance about these issues to staff from other departments of the GCI.
Responsibilities:  Conducts needs assessments, identifies strategic issues, develops, interprets, communicates and executes project plans and budgets to meet international needs. Provides direction to project staff, external partners and consultants related to built and urban heritage. Undertakes research, teaches, writes, publishes or presents results at professional venues.
Qualifications: 7-10 years combined practical and management experience in the areas of either architecture and historic building technologies, urban planning and preservation. Master’s degree or equivalent graduate education in architecture or architectural conservation. Knowledge and demonstrated engagement in conserving twentieth-century heritage also required. Must be adaptable, analytical, a positive problem-solver and a creative thinker. Skill and experience in designing, initiating and managing projects with multi-disciplinary teams is essential. Experience in working in broad contexts including the international sphere an advantage. Knowledge of the international organizations working in the fields of twentieth-century heritage needed. Excellent oral and written communication skills are also necessary. Must be available for frequent international travel. An ability to read, write and speak a foreign language is preferred.
An excellent benefits package and salary commensurate with experience will be provided. International candidates welcome. EOE
To apply, please see:  https://jobs-getty.icims.com/jobs/2206/job.  All applicants should be prepared to upload a cover letter and curriculum vitae as a single file (either a PDF or a Word document) when prompted to upload a Resume online. Candidates who successfully complete the online application process will receive an automated message from “autoreply@icims.com”.  If you have specific questions about the Senior Project Specialist (Built/20th-century Heritage) position, please email gcistaffing@getty.edu. Deadline for applications has been extended to May 22, 2014.
 

The Smithsonian’s Museum Conservation Institute (MCI) is seeking a Head of Conservation, who is an accomplished conservator with a specialization in ethnographic and/or archaeological conservation, including field conservation. The Head of Conservation will supervise a staff of conservators whose mission is to conduct research and treatment in collaboration with MCI’s technical studies and scientific research groups and with staff from the 19 Smithsonian museums and 8 other research centers.  The Head of Conservation will provide guidance and oversight to the conservation group to ensure that MCI meets the needs of our clients, which may include examination of works art, historic and archaeological artifacts, and natural history specimens; performing conservation treatments; conducting research; advising and selecting research fellows, interns, and volunteers; and reviewing the final reports and results of studies. The successful candidate must have professional experience in developing, organizing, and leading an international training program on the preservation and/or conservation of cultural heritage and a demonstrated background in management.
MCI is a scientific research center of the Smithsonian Institution with the mission to increase and disseminate scientific knowledge that improves preservation and conservation of museum collections and related material, with an emphasis on the collections of the Smithsonian Institution’s museums. For a more detailed description of the MCI’s programs please see www.si.edu/mci.
For a complete application package and instructions please access USAJOBS https://www.usajobs.gov/ or the Smithsonian website http://www.si.edu/OHR/jobs_public and retrieve announcement numbers 14A-MP-299462-MPA-MCI and 14A-MP-299462-DEU-MCI. The Smithsonian Institution is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Vacancy closes June 2, 2014. Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. National.

Temporary Conservator-Objects Specialist
The Asian Art Museum offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional objects conservator to conserve and restore Asian objects in this world-renowned collection. 
This full time, temporary position will provide assistance to the Acting Head of Conservation pending the recruitment and hiring of a new Head of Conservation for the department.  The duration of the position will be through January 18, 2015. 
Responsibilities
The Objects Conservator will perform professional conservation duties related to the examination, preservation, restoration, exhibition, and storage of three-dimensional works of art including sculpture, decorative arts, and arms and armor, as well as materials on loan.  The incumbent prepares a variety of reports to document conservation activities; performs research; keeps abreast of expertise in the conservation community; acts as resource person concerning area of specialty to the museum, collectors, and the public; develops innovative conservation methods as necessary; and performs other duties as required.
The nature of this highly skilled work requires advanced conservation ability and familiarity with radiography, UV, SWIR, and PLM imaging as well as image processing using specialized software.  Manual dexterity and intense concentration are required as well as excellent organizational and writing skills. The incumbent must have the ability to coordinate and consult with curators, preparators, and other museum professionals, prioritize work, and sequence projects in order to meet agreed-upon deadlines. Equally important is the ability to take direction, and work well as part of a team.
Minimum Qualifications

• Master of Arts or Master of Science degree in Art Conservation from a recognized college or university, OR:  Master of Arts degree in Art History with a Certificate in Conservation from a recognized conservation training program;  AND
• Three (3) years of verifiable conservation experience, beyond the degree or certificate, with the techniques, materials and equipment used in the conservation of Asian three-dimensional art and artifacts; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Knowledge of the technology and materials of three-dimensional art and artifacts, of their chemical and physical processes of deterioration, and of the procedures relating to their examination and preventative and corrective treatment
• Knowledge of the environmental requirements and of controls for handling, storage, and exhibition
• Ability to write technical reports in an understandable, clear and concise manner
• Ability to examine works of art and determine their current state of preservation for new acquisitions, loans, and exhibitions
• Ability to maintain ongoing effective working relationships with museum staff, professional colleagues and the public; demonstrate good judgment, flexibility, and resourcefulness
• Ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds

Compensation: $2,518 biweekly
Note:  Due to the temporary nature of this position, it does not include a benefits package.
Application Procedure 
Apply online at http://bit.ly/1srwC2R
Or send a letter of interest and resume ASAPto:
HUMAN RESOURCES
Asian Art Museum
200 Larkin Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
FAX: 415.861.2359
The Asian Art Museum is one of the largest museums in the Western world devoted exclusively to Asian art and culture. Home to more than 18,000 works of art from over 40 Asian countries, we strive to be a catalyst for discovery, dialogue, and inspiration. With Asia as our lens and art as our cornerstone, we spark connections across cultures and through time, igniting curiosity, conversation, and creativity.
The Asian Art Museum embraces diversity in its mission, programs, and staff.
 

Job Title/Department­­­
Paintings Conservator
Conservation Department
The Detroit Institute of Arts seeks a  Paintings  Conservator  to care for one of the finest encyclopedic paintings collections in the country. The successful applicant will join the Conservation Department which includes:  conservators in paper and objects, research scientist, imaging specialist, and mounts specialist.  Position requirements include:
×          Examination, treatment, and research related to the comprehensive DIA paintings collection, ranging from early European to Contemporary.
×          Sound  knowledge of artists’ techniques and materials from every period.
×          Thorough understanding of conservation theory and practice.
×          Comprehensive  understanding of  museum care and preservation,  essential to the role of the Conservation  Department in gallery display and storage environments.
×          Assessments, preparation, treatments, and courier travel related to the museum’s active loan program.
×          Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with colleagues within the Conservation  Department and  from other departments throughout the museum.
The successful candidate should be a graduate of one of the recognized fine arts conservation programs with a paintings specialization and have at least five years of experience, preferably in a museum environment.  In addition to possessing  the requisite paintings conservation expertise, the candidate must also have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and excellent organizational ability, extending from managing the conservation workload to developing and implementing a budget for the paintings section.  Conservators report to the Director of Conservation.
The position is full-time with excellent benefits and compensation commensurate with experience.    Please provide a letter of intent, curriculum vita, writing sample, and contact information for three professional references as a single PDF file.  The deadline for applications is end of business day June 16, 2014.  Applications must be submitted online at www.dia.org.
The Detroit Institute of Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Title/Department­­­
Digital Imaging Specialist
Conservation Department
The Detroit Institute of Arts, housing one of the finest encyclopedic collections in the country, seeks a Digital Imaging Specialist.  The successful candidate will join the Conservation Department consisting of conservators in paintings, paper, and objects; research scientist; imaging specialist; and mounts specialist.  The candidate should have prior fine arts museum imaging expertise including:
×          Photography of 2 and 3 dimensional works of art, achieving clarity of detail, evenness of lights, gradation and tonal fidelity.
×          Proficiency with the latest Photoshop version, as well as image stitching and mosaic building software.
×          Experience handling a wide range of art objects.
×          X-radiography of works of art and maintenance of the source equipment.
×          Ultra-violet imaging and infra-red reflectography, including the requisite image stitching software.
×          Effective photo studio management – tending to the care of cameras, lights, computers, monitor calibration and supplies.
×          Ability to work effectively with museum curators, exhibition personnel and conservators.
×          Familiarity with polynomial texture mapping using reflectance transformation imaging techniques is desirable.
The Digital Imaging Specialist will also shoot and edit departmental video and images in support of departmental educational and conference needs, as well as prepare and organize conservation images for updates to TMS and DAMS (Digital Asset Management System). The Digital Imaging Specialist will work with the Photography Department staff in the creation of high-resolution images of the collection, as needed, in support of the collections access project. The Digital Imaging Specialist is also responsible for the development and management of the studio budget.  The successful candidate will possess the organizational skills required to coordinate the imaging needs of the Conservation Department and the excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, essential to working collaboratively.
The Digital Imaging Specialist reports to the Director of Conservation.  The successful candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.  The position is full-time with excellent benefits and compensation commensurate with experience.    Please provide a letter of intent, curriculum vita, and contact information for three professional references in a single PDF file (please note that only one attachment is allowed).  The deadline for applications is end of business day June 16, 2014. Applications must be submitted online at www.dia.org.
THE DETROIT INSTITUTE OF ARTS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER